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Professionals share their advice on how to get rid of weeds, for a weed-free tidy garden

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New space will join Cairngorms and Loch Lomond and The Trossachs

The pros share their top tips on how to prune tomato plants to get the most from your crop

Adulthood has made the spontaneous drop-in or the long conversation with a friend practically impossible, writes Anya Meyerowitz, who has found that get-togethers now resemble a rundown of recent life developments rather than a space for valuable conversation. Can small changes make it any different?

Doing these things will encourage and support birdlife in your yard

With these pro tips on how to grow dahlias, you can enjoy a stunning summer display year after year – whether planting in borders or pots

Gardening pros highlight the key summer gardening jobs to tick off this season, including deadheading, watering, and weeding

Help your wax plant look its best with this expert advice